Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #05V307000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V307000 by Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.. Includes 265 affected units, 50 AMP TRANSFER SWITCH/INTELLITEC, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain motor homes containing a 50 amp transfer switch built by intellitec, the material used for the wire lugs was changed from nickel plated to copper lugs. the copper lugs are softer than the nickel plated and do not retain the torque of the screw that clamps the wire connector.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the changeover box. the recall began on july 21, 2005. owners may contact tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V307000

Manufacturer: Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2005-07-05T00:00:00

Subject: 50 amp transfer switch/intellitec

Component: Electrical System

Potentially Affected Units: 265

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain motor homes containing a 50 amp transfer switch built by intellitec, the material used for the wire lugs was changed from nickel plated to copper lugs. the copper lugs are softer than the nickel plated and do not retain the torque of the screw that clamps the wire connector.

Consequence Summary: When the torque is relaxed, the lugs can become loose resulting in excessive heat within the connected wire that could result in a fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the changeover box. the recall began on july 21, 2005. owners may contact tiffin at 1-256-356-8661.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-mfka.6hzs-fg5p

NHTSA ID: 05V307000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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